Investment requirement
EUR 500,000 in a qualifying investment fund that is:
- Regulated under Portuguese law
- At least five years in term
- At least 60% invested in Portuguese companies
- Not invested in real estate
The real estate route has been abolished.
Stay requirement
At least 7 days in the first year, then at least 14 days every two years — no need to relocate.
The new nationality law
The new nationality law in force from 19 May 2026 requires most applicants to have ten years of legal residence before applying for citizenship, counted from the date the residence card is issued. After five years you can still apply for permanent residence.
Processing time
AIMA has a large backlog; it usually takes 18 to 24 months or more from application to residence card.
Portugal Golden Visa at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Investment | EUR 500,000 (fund) |
| Stay requirement | 7 days in the first year, then 14 days every two years |
| Travel | Visa-free across the Schengen Area |
| Family | Spouse, dependent children and parents |
Portugal Golden Visa application process and timing
- Assessment and fund selection (2–4 weeks): We assess your eligibility and compare qualifying funds.
- Accounts and investment (1–2 months): Obtain a tax number, open a bank account and complete the investment.
- Application (Per scheduling): Apply online and attend biometrics.
- Residence card (Usually 18–24 months or longer): AIMA has a large backlog, so processing takes longer. Once approved, collect your residence card and renew it on schedule.
Main Portugal Golden Visa requirements
- EUR 500,000 invested in a qualifying investment fund (regulated under Portuguese law, a term of at least five years, at least 60% invested in Portuguese companies, no real estate)
- The investment held for at least five years
- No criminal record
- At least 7 days in Portugal in the first year, then at least 14 days every two years
Key benefits of Portugal Golden Visa
- Minimal stay requirements, with no need to relocate
- Visa-free travel across the Schengen Area
- Include your spouse, children and parents
- Apply for permanent residence after five years
More questions about Portugal Golden Visa
Can I still apply by buying property? No. The real estate route has been abolished; applications are now mainly through qualifying fund investments.
Do I need to live in Portugal? No need to relocate — you only need to spend an average of about seven days a year in Portugal.
Next step
Every family’s background, funds and timeline are different. Global Immigrate’s professional consultants can assess, free of charge, whether this programme suits you and compare other options. You can also request the full programme brochure on the programme page.
Learn more: Portugal Golden Visa (Fund Investment)